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MSI MPG Z490 GAMING EDGE WIFI

MPG Z490 GAMING EDGE WIFI

EXCLUSIVE FEATURES

Core Boost Technology

8+4 pin CPU power connectors and optimized power circuits let GAMING EDGE unleash maximum performance.

6 layer PCB

6 layer PCB improves signal transmission for high performance capabilities across the motherboard.

Digital PWM

A selection of the highest quality power delivery components lets the system run reliably even under extreme conditions.

PCIe Steel Armor

Reinforced and shielded PCIe slots for strength and stability.

MPG Z490 GAMING EDGE WIFI

PREMIUM THERMAL SOLUTION

Aluminum Cover

All-metal extended heatsink cover enlarges the heat dissipation surface.

M.2 Shield Frozr

Sustain maximum high-speed M.2 SSD data transfer with M.2 SHIELD FROZR and prevent SSD thermal throttling.

Pump Fan Support

Control watercooling pump speeds for flowrate and noise control.

MPG Z490 GAMING EDGE WIFI

HIGH-SPEED TRANSMISSION

Lightning USB 20G

Built-in USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 port, up to 20Gbps transfer speed, 4X faster than USB 3.2 Gen1.

2.5G LAN Network Solution

Onboard 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet LAN with gaming LAN manager.

Intel Wi-Fi 6

Featuring the latest wireless solution, delivering speeds up to 2400Mbps and supports MU-MIMO and BSS color technology.

DDR4 Boost

The memory circuit design has been optimized on a reserved section of the motherboard fully isolated from other circuits.

Turbo M.2

2 x M.2 slots running at PCI-E Gen3 x4 bandwidth for ultra-fast NVMe based SSDs.

CUSTOMIZE YOUR GAMING RIG

Personalize your PC with RGB LED lighting capable of 16.8 million colors with dynamic effects through the Mystic Light APP.

• Customize colors
• Customize effects

ALUMINUM COVER WITH EXTENDED HEATSINK

An all-metal extended heatsink cover enlarges the heat dissipation surface allowing the CPU power system to reliably drive even high-end processors.

PRE-INSTALLED IO SHIELDING

Pre-Installed IO Shielding makes handling the motherboard process easier and safer. The patent-pending design is grounded and protects the IO ports from potential electrostatic discharge damage from the external environment.

TWIN TURBO M.2 AND M.2 SHIELD FROZR

Sustain maximum M.2 SSD data transfer with M.2 SHIELD FROZR. Prevent SSD thermal throttling with a heatsink that extends across the motherboard.

4X FASTER LIGHTNING USB 20G

Quickly move large files including uncompressed video, raw images, and bulky simulation data, powered by the ASMedia 3241 chip. USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 reaches up to 20Gbps, four times faster than USB 3.2 Gen 1.

12+1+1 POWER SYSTEM

Unleash and sustain maximum performance with an aggressive VRM design built to supply stable and steady power delivery. Powered by 8 + 4-pin power connectors and exclusive Core Boost technology.

• 12 phase CPU Power
• 1 phase SA Power
• 1 phase GT Power
• Digital PWM IC

8+4 POWER CONNECTORS

8+4 pin connectors deliver adequate power for multi-core CPUs even when overclocking.

MAXIMIUM DATA TRANSFER WITH 2.5G LAN

MPG Z490 GAMING EDGE WIFI features onboard 2.5Gbps Ethernet LAN, for gamers who demand on high-bandwidth and low-latency network connectivity. Prioritize latency-sensitive applications with MSI LAN Manager for a superior online experience.

WI-FI 6 & BLUETOOTH

Connect to a high-speed WIFI 6 network with onboard Wi-Fi 6. OFDMA and two-way MU-MIMO technology optimize data transmission and deliver speeds up to 2.4Gbps.

CORE BOOST

Core Boost combines a reserved zone of optimized circuits and premium power delivery components to create a highly efficient power system capable of precise current output to the CPU.

UNMATCHED MEMORY PERFORMANCE

MSI takes memory stability and performance to the extreme. The memory circuit layout has been optimized for reliability and tested extensively in partnership with major memory manufacturers for compatibility.

MULTIPLE GPU SUPPORT AND PCI-E STEEL ARMOR

MPG Z490 GAMING EDGE WIFI supports AMD® CrossFire™ multi GPU technology. PCI-E slot placements provide optimal airflow for graphics card cooling. MSI PCI Express Steel Armor slots are secured to the motherboard with extra solder points and support the weight of heavy graphics cards. When every advantage counts, Steel Armor shields the point of contact from electromagnetic interference.

AMPLIFY YOUR GAME WITH AUDIO BOOST

Like a dedicated sound card, Audio Boost offers an HD audio processor, dedicated amplifier and high quality audio capacitors, all physically isolated from the rest of the motherboard circuitry to ensure the purest audio signal to locate enemies with pin-point accuracy.

EZ LED CONTROL

A built-in LED switch on the motherboard instantly turns lighting on or off. Personalize your PC with RGB LED lighting capable of 16.8 million colors with dynamic effects through the Mystic Light APP.

Model – MSI MPG Z490 GAMING EDGE WIFI, CPU Sockets – LGA1200, Chipset – Intel Z490, Supported CPU – 10th Gen Intel Core and Pentium Gold / Celeron processors, Generation – 10th, Memory Type – DDR4, Memory MHz – 5000(OC)/ 4800(OC)/ 4600(OC)/ 4533(OC)/ 4400(OC)/ 4300(OC)/ 4266(OC)/ 4200(OC)/ 4133(OC)/ 4000(OC)/ 3866(OC)/ 3733(OC)/ 3600(OC)/ 3466(OC)/ 3400(OC)/ 3333(OC)/ 3300(OC)/ 3200(OC)/ 3000(OC)/ 2933(JEDEC)/ 2666(JEDEC)/ 2400(JEDEC)/ 2133(JEDEC) MHz, Memory Channel – Dual Channel, Memory Slot – 4, Memory Max. – 128GB, Optane Memory Support – Yes, Graphic – Integrated Graphics, Multi-GPU Support – AMD 2-Way CrossFire, PCI Express Slot – 1x PCIe 3.0 x16 slot, 1x PCIe 3.0 x16 slot (x4 mode, from PCH), 2x PCIe x1 slots (from PCH), Storage Interface – 6Gb/s, M.2 Slot – 2 x M.2 Socket 3 (Supports up to PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA 6Gb/s, 1 x M.2 (2242/ 2260 /2280/ 22110 storage devices), 1 x M.2 (2242/ 2260 /2280 storage devices)), LAN Chipset – Realtek RTL8125B-CG, LAN Speed (Mbps) – 2.5Gbps, Audio Chipset – Realtek ALC1200-VD1, Audio Channel – 7.1-Channel, WiFi – Yes, WiFi Technology – Intel AX201,  Supports 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, MU-MINO Rx, 2.4GHz-5GHz (160MHz) up to 2.4Gbps, WiFi 6 Pre-Certified, Bluetooth – Bluetooth 5.1, USB Port – 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C, 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C, 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, 5 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, 4 x USB 2.0, VGA Port – No, DVI Port – No, HDMI Port – 1, DisplayPort (DP) – 1, IDE Port – No, SATA Port – 6 x SATA, DirectX Support – 12, FireWire – No, CrossFire Support – Yes, Sli Support – No, RaidSupport – 0,1.5,10, Thunderbolt – 1 x Thunderbolt, TPM Port – Yes, COM Port – No, RGB Support – Yes, RGB Sync – Mystic light, RGB Connector – 2 x 4-pin RGB LED connectors, Form Factor – ATX, Supported Operating System – Windows 10, Special Features – Ready 4 the Future, Support Lightning Gen 4 Solution for the future, Enhanced Power Design, 12+1+1 Duet Rail Power System, 8+4 pin CPU power connectors, Core Boost, DDR4 Boost, Premium Thermal Solution, Aluminum Cover with Extended Heatsink Design and M.2 Shield Frozr are built for high performance system and non-stop gaming experience, Lightning USB 20G, Powered by ASmedia 3241 USB 3.2 Gen2x2 controller, offering never before seen USB speeds up to 20Gb/s with USB Type-C, 2.5G LAN with LAN Manager and Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX Solution, Upgraded network solution for professional and multimedia use. Delivers a secure, stable and fast network connection, 16.8 million colors / 29 effects controlled in one click. MYSTIC LIGHT EXTENSION supports both RGB and RAINBOW LED strip, Audio Boost, Others – 1 x DisplayPort, 1x 4-pin CPU fan connector, 1x 4-pin water pump connector, 1x front panel audio connector, 2x system panel connectors, 1x chassis intrusion connector, 1x Clear CMOS jumper, 1x TPM module connector, 1x TBT connector, 1x RTD3 connector, Wi-Fi / Bluetooth, Optical S/PDIF OUT, WIFI & BLUETOOTH: Intel AX201, Bluetooth 5.1, Warranty – 3 Year